Great escapes: The world’s most beautiful contemporary cottages
(CNN)Award-winning architecture probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when hearing the word “cottage.”
More likely, it conjures images of quaint countryside dwellings — rustic abodes in Cape Cod, thatched roofs in England, and modest oceanside retreats in Sweden.
Built for a busy urbanite who wanted to escape the daily grind, Forest Retreat is made of locally sourced wood from fallen trees on the owner’s property.
The far side of the residence is essentially one big window, making it feel as if guests are sleeping in nature.
“We chose the location and orientation of the retreat by watching the movements of the sun — where the sun sets, where it rises,” says Uhlk.
“That way, the view from the sleeping space frames the sunrise among the trees.”
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